LIBRARY CARDS

UPDATE: September 17, 2020:

Effective Tuesday, September 22, 2020, both branches of the library have reopened. You can apply in person for a Library card or use our online eCard Application. Please see our COVID-19 Services page for hours of operation and available services and check back periodically for updates.

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As a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic, you can now apply for an NWPL eCard!

Your new eCard will give you full access to our online, digital resources like ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, newspaper, learning tutorials and more.

If you already have a regular library card, you do not need an eCard. Click Borrowing & Holds to learn how to order materials.

Click Getting an eCard to register for a new card.

GETTING AN ECARD

Complete and submit the Registration Form below.

A valid email address or telephone number is required to receive your eCard number and PIN.

We will review your request, generate an account number, and return the details to you via the email address you provide.

If you wish to borrow physical materials you will need to contact the library to have borrowing privileges added to your eCard. Call the library at 604-527-4660 or email askus@nwpl.ca.

Once you have your eCard, refer to Borrowing & Holds for information on how to borrow materials.

Note that anyone in the Lower Mainland can get a New Westminster Public Library card but you must be a resident of New Westminster if you wish to use our online resources.

eCard Registration Form

  • Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
    (Date of birth information serves to verify whether an Adult or Child card will be created)

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Anyone, regardless of age, living in the Lower Mainland can get a New Westminster Public Library card.

Children aged 0-12 may have their own cards, but they must be signed by a parent or guardian. Children age 13 and over will be given Adult card and be required to sign their own applications.

To borrow materials, you must show proof of name and address. You may provide:

  • A current BC driver’s license, BC Services Card, or BC ID
  • A current letter or bill (e.g. BC Hydro) addressed to you, a bank statement, or personal cheque
  • Passport, birth certificate, social insurance card, citizenship card, or PR card as well as documentation showing your address

Any other questions? Please contact us by email at AskUs@nwpl.ca or phone 604-527-4666 M-F, 9-5pm.